Adrian, Michigan - Little Town, Big Colleges

Adrian, Michigan is a small Midwestern town on the outskirts of Ann Arbor with a population of around 22,000 people.

Quaint country living at its best, stroll downtown through the business district and visit some great shops and restaurants, then drive a little further and you are sure to experience cornfields and cow pastures.

Hidden in the midst of this busy small town life, are two colleges and a university.

Adrian is striving to bring the best education to rural America.

Adrian College was founded by the Wesleyan Methodists in 1859, and today is home to over 1000 undergraduates.

Ready to tackle your Liberal Arts education? The Adrian Bulldogs as they are called offer over forty majors and pre-professional programs.

Adrian College has several amenities on campus and close by to tailor to the student lifestyle.

Adrian College hosts a new Arrington Bookstore on campus and is located conveniently on the second floor of the Caine Student Center. Used books are also available here so you can put more money in your wallet.

Worried about curving those late night appetites? The Ritchie Dining Hall on the main campus offers scrumptious meals, Chinese food, deli selections, ice cream and even specialty coffees. Sure to fit the most discriminating palettes.

One unique attraction to the college is that it boasts its own Planetarium and Observatory. Seats tilt back and you can watch the stars and consolations flutter while a friendly voice narrates nearby.

This college campus offers not only affordable dorm style living but also apartments nearby to provide easy access to and from housing to campus. Adrian Manor Apartments nearby on Maple Ave have one and two bedroom units starting at just $555 a month, and they are feline friendly, so bring Garfield with you!

Alpha Tau Omega is the main brotherhood Fraternity at the Adrian College. Based on the motto "we make good people better" if you pass the pledging stage, given by these frat boys, you are well on the way to being a part of this small town family.